How to Become Golden

Go on, underestimate me. I dare you…

Darius is going to be a hero. And not just any hero. He dreams of becoming the sidekick of Beacon, the greatest hero Big Little City has ever known.

Sure, life has a penchant for stomping dreams into the mud. And yes, Darius is small, skinny, and currently stuck in a rundown orphanage, but those are mere technicalities. Are the chances of gaining fame in Big Little City nearly impossible? Sure. But Darius eats impossible for breakfast. He's cunning, crafty, and can unleash a charming smile that never, ever fails.

Count him out at your peril.

How to Become Golden is a prequel novella that follows one of the most beloved and interesting characters in The Henchman's Survival Guide series. This is the perfect introduction to the series for new readers who love gritty superhero fiction, futuristic societies with a touch of dystopia, and complicated main characters you can't help but root for.

Fans of The Henchman's Survival Guide series who loved Gold's confidence, charm, and constant conniving are going to absolutely "heart" this prequel novella. This story dives into Gold's back story, giving readers a deep look into a complex, irresistible character.

Darius will stop at nothing to get what he wants, but the semi-reality town of Big Little City has plenty of brutal surprises that will threaten to extinguish even his vast amount of inner strength. Will Darius become the hero of his dreams or does his path to fame and success lead in a different, darker direction?